COOKS NOTES + SUBSTITUTES:
Almond ‘Hummus’ recipe here.
Chipotle Chillies in Adobo Sauce – replace with 2 teaspoons tomato paste, 1-2 teaspoons smoked paprika and dried chilli powder to taste (1/2 to 1 teaspoon).
Dairy-Free Pesto recipe here.
Eggplant ‘Steaks’ – recipe here.
Mashed potato recipe here.
Mushroom ‘Steaks‘ recipe here.
Mayonnaise recipe here.
Olive Tapenade – recipe here you’ll need 2 handfuls olives, 1 small clove garlic, 8T extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice.
Roast Potatoes recipe here
Zucchini Burger recipe here.
Unless otherwise stated all cans are 400g / 14oz.
Standard bag of salad = approx 150g (5oz).
‘PREP AHEAD’ POSSIBILITIES
Here are suggestions for things you can possibly prepare ahead. They’re just suggestions though so please don’t feel like you need to devote your weekend to getting these steps done! It’s totally up to you.
[1] Tuscan Greens Soup
SOUP 15m*
Just cook as per the recipe but keep the nuts and extra parmesan separately. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for 2 weeks or can be frozen. To serve, bring to a simmer and serve as per the recipe.
[2] Broccoli & Bacon Bowls
BOWLS 15m*
Just omit the parmesan and add it when reheating. Will keep in the fridge for 2 weeks or so. Can be frozen.
[3] The Ploughman’s ‘Pie’
PIE 30m*
Just cook as per the recipe but keep the ham, mustard and salad separately. Leftovers will keep in the fridge for 2 weeks. Don’t freeze. Serve chilled or at room temp.
INGREDIENT STORAGE Best Practices
Also see the WASTE AVOIDANCE STRATEGY with each recipe for tips on preserving ingredients for longer periods if required.
VEGGIES
frozen veg – in the freezer in the packaging they were purchased in.
garlic – in a dark pantry. I keep mine in a brown paper bag to avoid sprouting.
lemons – in the fridge wrapped in a plastic bag. Can be kept at room temp if you prefer but will last longer in the fridge.
salad leaves / baby spinach – store sealed bag in the fridge. If buying loose leaves, wash and spin dry in a salad spinner then wrap loosely in paper towel and place inside plastic bag. Push out most of the air and seal. Store in the fridge.
cabbage – will keep wrapped in a plastic bag in the fridge for weeks if not months.
coriander (cilantro) – in the fridge wrapped in a plastic bag.
PROTEIN
eggs – I keep mine in the pantry because we eat a lot of eggs. Will last much longer in the fridge.
bacon / ham – in the fridge in the packaging they were purchased in.
minced (ground) beef – in the fridge in the packaging it was purchased in.
fish fillets – in the fridge. Get your fishmonger to pack them with a small bag of ice to keep as cold as possible.
DAIRY
parmesan / cheese – in the fridge wrap in baking paper and store in a sealed plastic bag or airtight container.
milk – in the fridge in the packaging it was purchased in.
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